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Clinical Centers	Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program Program Director: Emily DiMango, M.D. Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine Clinical Director, John Edsall-John Wood Asthma Center Director, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program Care Team: Susan Brodie, Nutritionist Patrice Paris, Research Coordinator Phyllis Sachs, Social Worker Ida Soler-Cruz, Administrative Assistant Jennifer Sormillon, RN (Nurse Coordinator) Denise Vilotijevic, PT (Physical Therapy) Address: Columbia University Medical Center 622 W. 168th Street, PH 8 Center, New York, NY 10032 Columbia Presbyterian/Eastside 16 East 60^th Street, New York, NY 10022 Appointments: To make an appointment, call 212-305-0631. To speak with our nurse coordinator, call 212-305-0686.
Asthma Center
Cystic Fibrosis Program
Interventional Bronchoscopy and Endobronchial Therapy Center
Jo-Ann F. LeBuhn Center for Chest Disease & Respiratory Failure
John Edsall-John Wood Asthma Center
Lung Reduction
Lung Transplantation
Medical Intensive Care Unit
Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine
Pulmonary Clinic
Pulmonary Function Testing
Sleep Studies Unit
Stress Test
Tuberculosis Clinic
CPPN Physicians Network	Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited disease that affects the respiratory and digestive systems. Columbia University has a long tradition in the diagnosis and treatment of cystic fibrosis. The disease was first described in 1938 at this institution by Dr. Dorothy Andersen. The sweat test was developed in 1953 by Dr. Paul di Sant’Agnese when he recognized salt loss as the cause of death in CF patients during a heat wave in NYC. Several renowned scientists from the institution have laboratories dedicated to the further understanding of the disease. Specifically, investigators from Columbia have made major contributions to understanding the electrolyte abnormalities in CF, the mechanisms of lung inflammation in this disease, and development of infection control guidelines to. The national reference lab for Pseudomonas aeruginosa synergy testing is located at Columbia. Technological advances have been made in both disease diagnosis and treatment over the past several decades, resulting in improved survival among patients. Medical, social, and nutritional needs of patients with CF often change as they mature. Fertility issues also become important to some individuals as they get older. In response to these changing needs, the Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program at Columbia University Medical Center was started by Dr. Emily DiMango as a complement to the nationally renowned pediatric program at Columbia. The adult Cystic Fibrosis Program offers state of the art clinical care for patients 18 years of age and older with cystic fibrosis, Kartegener’s disease, bronchiectasis, and related respiratory disorders. Patients are seen in the Adult clinic setting, with meticulous attention to infection control issues; staff are well trained regarding infection control in CF and follow strict guidelines to prevent spread of bacteria between patients. Under the Directorship of Dr. Emily DiMango, the Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program at Columbia University Medical Center is accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The goal of the staff is to help each patient remain as healthy and active as possible, and assist patients when they are ill. The multidisciplinary CF care team is composed of designated personnel from Medicine, nursing, social work, nutrition, genetics and physical therapy. The team meets regularly to maximize care for each patient. A variety of subspecialists familiar with CF related issues are also available to assist with patient care. The Center actively participates in clinical trials for cystic fibrosis and encourages participation by those individuals who are interested. The team assists patients with issues such as airway clearance techniques, home IV therapy, home equipment, short and long term disability, exercise and work related restrictions. Patients also benefit from the strong Pulmonary Rehabilitation program at Columbia. The Adult CF Center works closely with the Lung Transplant Center at Columbia to facilitate referral when that is deemed necessary. Following lung transplantation, physicians from the transplant and the cystic fibrosis teams work closely together in the continued care of patients.

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